QUESTIONS?   IDAHO.Braintree@Malad.us NEWSLETTER DATE January 12, 2026 Braintree has a  NEW SEARCH feature in the Parent Portal! This search feature allows you to type in keywords and find information all across Parent Portal and our website. Check it out HERE! Spring Semester Teacher Meet Ups Dear families, You have, or will, receive an email from your student's teacher inviting you to connect over zoom or phone to review second semester plans. If you are new please choose a time to meet with your teacher, returning families can use the opportunity to meet if you would find it beneficial. Welcome to Spring Semester! Smart Cookies Event Check out the Smart Cookies email for more information. You can also check out the details and sign up HERE . New Resources for IHLA Parents IHLA K-8 students now have access to Freckle and Lalilo as part of our current Renaissance suite licensing.  Students can log in to their Clever account and click on the Renaissance app card to access Freckle and Lalilo. Reach out to your teacher if you need help! Lalilo: For "Learning to Read" Lalilo is an engaging, adventure-themed literacy program designed specifically for our younger learners (K–2). Students travel through different "worlds" while practicing foundational skills like phonics, letter sounds, and word recognition. It uses artificial intelligence to ensure your child is always working on lessons that are "just right" for their current reading level, helping them build the confidence they need to become fluent readers. Freckle: For "Reading to Learn" & Math Freckle is an adaptive practice platform that helps students master Math and English at their own pace. Whether your child needs a little extra help with a specific concept or is ready to tackle advanced challenges, Freckle automatically adjusts the difficulty level in real-time. It keeps students motivated with a fun reward system where they earn "coins" for their hard work to customize their own avatar! January 12 - Start of 2nd Semester | Direct Orders Open January 16 - Semester Learning Plan Due January 20 - February Events Posted January 22 - Smart Cookie Day at the Capitol January 30 - Portfolio Submission Due School-Wide Living Wax Museum! Head to your state’s field trip page in Sign Up Central  to check out your local Living Wax Museum and get signed up today!   If you have already signed up  your student to portray a character, be sure to fill out this Character Form . Tips to make the Living Wax Museum simple and fun! Limit the facts Focus on just 3 key points: who the person is, why they matter, and one interesting fact. Keep the speech short Aim for 30–45 seconds. Short speeches are easier to remember and sound more confident. Use simple costumes and one prop Everyday clothes + one clear item (hat, book, tool) is enough to show the character. Understand, don’t memorize: Know the ideas so you can speak naturally, even if you forget a word. Living Wax Museum Sing Ups February 26 - Twin Falls | Living Wax Museum Sandpoint | Living Wax Museum Pocatello | Living Wax Museum Malad | Living Wax Museum Rexburg | Living Wax Museum Payette | Living Wax Museum St Maries | Living Wax Museum February 27 - Idaho Falls | Living Wax Museum Rupert | Living Wax Museum CDA | Living Wax Museum Mountain Home | Living Wax Museum Bonners Ferry | Living Wax Museum Meridian | Living Wax Museum Moscow | Living Wax Museum Upcoming In-Person Events - Sign Up Here ! January 12th  -  Ucon | Winter Play & Hot Chocolate At The Park Virtual | Spanish Story-time January 13th -  UT  | North Logan  | Ice Skating Lesson Meridian  | Trader Joe's Store Tour and Donation Drive | 10:00 AM  | 11:00 AM January 14th -  Rexburg  | Madison Gymnastics Center Virtual | Caring About Conservation (Smithsonian Natl. Zoo) January 15th -  Meridian  | Trader Joe's Store Tour and Donation Drive | | 10:00 AM  | 11:00 AM Emmett  | Albertsons Grocery Store Tour January 16th - Pocatello | Museum of Clean / My World Discovery Museum January 17th - Burley | Arcade Adventure Contests: Contest | Monthly Themes | NASA Space Place Art Challenge! Contest | Upcoming Deadline January 16 | 90-Second Newbery Film Festival Contest | Upcoming Deadline February 1 |  Engineer Girl- The Art of Engineering Contest | March 31 |  Idaho Transportation Department Aviation Art Contest Special Programs:   Special Program | January 26-February 1, 2026 | Crayola Creativity Week Special Program | Athol, ID | Deadline March 31 | Read 2 Ride The Roaring Readers reading program will be posted as soon as we have more details. Special Community Event | January 24th , 25th , February 21st , 22nd | Birds of Prey Free Youth Admission You may now begin submitting your direct orders for the second semester! We have updated our Direct Order FAQ  to help guide you through the process of submitting your orders. Second Semester Opening Funding Dates: 🛒Direct orders open: January 12, 2026 🗓️ Last day to submit: April 3, 2026 💸 Reimbursements open: January 26, 2026 🗓️ Last day to submit: April 30, 2026 Our team is happy to support you during Office Hours, available Monday–Friday from 10AM–12PM MST. Zoom Link Sign-Ups OPEN NOW! Interim ISAT Assessment: Testing Schedule Get ready to watch your student grow! Sign-ups are officially open for the Interim  ISAT Assessments. They will run from now until the end of February. These flexible, standards-aligned tests provide critical, real-time data on student progress in Math and ELA, allowing teachers to pinpoint strengths and areas needing support well before the spring summative exam. How to Register Your Student Here is the form link  where you will log in to your parent portal to sign up. After completing the form, you will receive an email within 48 hours with further scheduling instructions. Interim Testing Schedule The assessments will follow an alternating weekly schedule to accommodate all learners: (with no testing during holiday breaks or after school hours) Week 1: Tuesdays & Thursdays Week 2: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays We will offer two daily start times to help manage scheduling: 9:00 AM-12 PM MST 12:00 PM-3 PM MST Questions?  Please contact: interimisat.braintree@malad.us Important: Prepare for ISAT Testing in March! We are excited to share the dates and locations for the upcoming Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT)  administration! Testing will take place throughout March and April, with all testing completed by May 1st . We are making a concerted effort to offer more in-person testing locations  this year, and we truly love seeing all of our students' faces! Signup Information Sign-ups for the ISAT will open in late January/early February . Please watch for a separate communication with detailed instructions on how to register your student. Testing Format & Locations Please note that remote testing will be limited  this year . Preference will be given to students for whom this is a medical necessity or families who are more than an hour away from in-person testing locations. We encourage all families to review the schedule below and plan to attend one of our many in-person locations. To help you plan ahead, here are the dates and locations for the upcoming ISAT testing window. Dates Location March 9 - March 13 March 16 - March 20 Remote Testing: Please use state funds to acquire the necessary technology. Chromebooks are NOT allowed, and iPads MUST have a keyboard attachment. March 23 - March 24 McCall:  McCall Library March 23 - March 26 Twin Falls: CSI Twin Falls March 23 - March 26 Pocatello:  ISU Pocatello Pond Student Union Building March 25 - March 27 Grangeville:  Grangeville Christian Church March 23 - March 27 Nampa: Harvest Life Church April 6 - April 10 Moscow: Best Western April 6 - April 9 Rupert:  Wilson Theater  April 6 - April 10 Idaho Falls:  Bonneville County Fairgrounds April 6 - April 9 Meridian:  The Social Hub April 13 - April 17 Ponderay:  Ponderay Event Center April 13 - April 17 Rexburg: BYU-I April 13 - April 17 Nampa: Harvest Life Church April 20 - April 24 Coeur D'Alene: Triple Play April 20, 23, 24 Payette:  Payette Library  April 21, 22 Mountain Home: Mountain Home Library April 20 - April 22 Malad:  American Legion Building Make-up testing will be held from April 27 to May 1. It will be extremely limited and reserved for emergency situations only, approved on a case-by-case basis. Not all locations will have make-up testing. ALL Testing will conclude on May 1st.  Questions,  please contact: isatcoordinator.braintree@malad.us   Click on the image to learn more! Research Detective  is a fun, engaging initiative that dives into researching and history! This optional program is designed to give students a head start on their Living Wax Museum   projects by guiding them through fun and engaging research activities. For students who are not participating in the Living Wax Museum, Research Detectives still serves as an excellent way to demonstrate learning. It’s a great way to make the preparation process enjoyable and educational. ISAT Proctor  - Got an Eye for Detail and a Cool Head?   Your Calm Presence is Needed.  Proctors wanted for secure, scheduled testing sessions. ISAT Proctors needed, both in-person and Remote. Check out the description and apply here

This article provides an overview of essential guidelines at Braintree. Understanding these policies will help you navigate the program and maximize your student’s success. At Braintree Academy, our policies are designed to ensure clear communication, mutual respect, and a safe, positive space for education. We encourage you to review our policies to better understand the values and guidelines that shape our educational experience. Together, we can achieve excellence! Academic Integrity Policy Attendance and Academic Probation Policy ND, OK, WY Idaho Indiana Class / Clubs Cancellation Policy Digital Citizenship Policy Early Withdrawal Policy Enrollment in Two Schools Policy Field Trips Policy Grading Policy Grade Level Retention Policy Kindergarten Age Requirements Policy Opt-In Learning Resource Cancellation Policy Supplemental Learning Funds/Points Probation Policy Academic Integrity Policy Braintree Academy does not tolerate academic dishonesty.  Cheating (giving or receiving information) and plagiarism on class work will result in a zero grade for the assignment. Cheating may include but is not limited to  Giving or receiving information from sources to gain a higher grade on ‘closed book’ tests or assessments Unauthorized access to test answers and using them to increase your score Having someone other than yourself complete your assignments and tests in courses.  Note for High School Students: Colleges or specific Districts may have specific academic honesty policies that apply to students who are taking high school or college classes. These policies will be followed if an academic honesty violation occurs, which may vary from Braintree Academy policy. Plagiarism is commonly defined as representing another person’s work as your own. Some examples of plagiarism include but are not limited to:  including an exact copy of material from any source (written materials, websites, course lessons, or textbooks) authored by someone else into your assignment without proper quotations or citing your source. turning in another student’s work as your own submitting work that is paraphrased too closely from another person’s writings submitting the same work, authored by the student, for more than one course or assignment unless cross-curricular collaboration between teachers is in place prior to the start of the assignment. This includes turning in work that has already been submitted at other public schools in which high school graduation credit has already been awarded or is currently being earned and transcribed. Students cannot receive double credit for the same work. The use of AI tools, such as ChatGPT, is allowed for the purpose of self-learning, ideation, and inspiration. However, direct copying and pasting of AI-generated work and claiming it as student-generated work will be treated as plagiarism. Students are expected to use the tool in accordance with academic integrity guidelines and cite any text generated by the tool. Attendance and Academic Probation Policy (ND, OK, WY) Attendance Reporting Students submit attendance in Schoology on the weeks they are not already submitting progress checks or portfolio submissions . Attendance reporting includes all school days in session for the previous two weeks . State Coordinators will monitor attendance grades and send an email to parents of students who submit less than 100% attendance , ensuring families understand flexible scheduling options. SpEd direct instruction session attendance is also tracked and monitored. Intervention Levels Stage Student Meets Any of the Following Action Taken Teacher Contact Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions Missing SpEd direct instruction sessions Teacher contacts family with attendance/submission reminder Reminder from SpEd team  is sent when direct instruction is missed. State Coordinator Reminder Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions 3-5 total unexcused absences from spEd services (spEd Teacher) State Coordinators will send a gentle reminder if ANY attendance/submissions are missing. Reminder notifies families that if a submission is 10 days past due, funding will be locked. Note: Reminders about missing Special Ed services will come from Special Ed teacher/team. Funding Team Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions Funding is locked for any students who have a submission 10 days past due. Support Meeting Missing 2 Attendance Checks Missing 1 Attendance Check & 4 Submissions Missing 5–8 Submissions IN/OK - 3 Unexcused Absences from SpEd direct instruction Wy - 5 Unexcused Absences from SpEd direct instruction. State Coordinator initiates support meeting with family. Homeroom teachers and other Braintree staff as needed are invited to the support meeting with family. Support meetings are designed to set up a plan of support for the student/family. Possible Withdrawal Missing 3 Attendance Checks Missing more than 8 Submissions Missing more than 1 Attendance Check & more than 6 Submissions Student truancy is reported to the partner school district which may result in possible withdrawal. Funding Lock Triggers Student Learning Funds are locked if either of these conditions are met: Zero on any submission over 10 days old (past due) Overall student grade less than 70% Possible funding lock for students exceeding 3 SpEd direct instruction unexcused absences (OK) or 5 unexcused absences (WY) Idaho K8 Braintree Academy Attendance Policy Note: Students demonstrate active engagement in their courses through submitting assignments, completing screeners, and participating in any required Intervention/Special Education instruction. Great news! You can work ahead. Submissions are open and ready to submit a month in advance. This is a great option - especially when you know things will be coming up like vacation or a new baby joining the family! We understand that emergencies happen. If you are going through a difficult time, please reach out to your homeroom teacher and let them know your circumstances. . Missing work in one - four courses for a week? That’s okay! Your Homeroom Teacher will reach out with a reminder about getting all of your submissions turned in! If a submission is more than 9 days late, it will lock funding until the following week, when another missing report is pulled. If your submissions are up to date, then funding will open again! Missing work in any subject for three weeks (or two submissions)? Your student will receive unexcused absences and will receive their first truancy warning. Funding will be locked until all missing assignments have been submitted. But your teacher is happy to meet with you and provide support to ensure your student can be successful! Missing work in any subject for four weeks or more will result in a 2nd Truancy warning and a required meeting with an Administrator so we can help identify the barrier your student is facing. Your Homeroom teacher is invited to attend this meeting with you and our administrator to better create a plan for success! Withdrawal from courses or from the program may result if progress is not made and work not completed after the 2nd Truancy meeting.  We want to help your student(s) be successful in our online program. We invite you to discuss any concerns you have about the Attendance policy with your teacher or make an appointment with our Administration. Indiana Attendance and Academic Probation Policy Attendance Reporting Students submit attendance in Schoology  on the weeks they are not  already submitting progress checks  or portfolio submissions . Attendance reporting includes all school days in session  for the previous two weeks . State Coordinators  will monitor attendance grades and send an  email  to parents of students who submit less than 100% attendance , ensuring families understand flexible scheduling options. SpEd  direct instruction session attendance is also tracked and monitored. Important Notice Indiana law requires that students in virtual programs must be withdrawn  if they accumulate enough unexcused absences to be classified as a habitual truant  (Indiana Code § 20-19-9-5). Habitual truant is defined as 10 unexcused absences. Intervention Levels Stage Student Meets Any of the Following Action Taken Teacher Contact Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions Missing SpEd direct instruction sessions Teacher contacts family with attendance/submission reminder Reminder from SpEd team  is sent when direct instruction is missed. State Coordinator Reminder Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions 3-5 total unexcused absences from spEd services (spEd Teacher) State Coordinators will send a gentle reminder if ANY attendance/submissions are missing. Reminder notifies families that if a submission is 10 days past due, funding will be locked. Note: Reminders about missing Special Ed services will come from Special Ed teacher/team. Funding Team Missing 1 Attendance Check  Missing 1-4 Submissions Funding is locked for any students who have a submission 10 days past due. Support Meeting Missing 2 Attendance Checks Missing 1 Attendance Check  & 4 Submissions Missing 5–8 Submissions IN/OK - 3 Unexcused Absences from SpEd direct instruction Wy - 5 Unexcused Absences  from SpEd direct instruction. State Coordinator initiates support meeting with family. Homeroom teachers and other Braintree staff as needed are invited to the support meeting with family. Support meetings are designed to set up a plan of support for the student/family. Possible Withdrawal Missing 3 Attendance Checks Missing more than  8 Submissions Missing more than  1 Attendance Check  & more than  6 Submissions Student truancy is reported to the partner school district which may result in possible withdrawal. Funding Lock Triggers Student Learning Funds are locked if either of these conditions are met: Zero on any submission over 10 days old (past due) Overall student grade less than 70% Possible funding lock for students exceeding 3 SpEd direct instruction unexcused absences Digital Citizenship Policy All Students enrolled in online classes and clubs through Braintree Academy will be required to follow Digital Citizenship  expectations. Cancellation Policies: Classes, Clubs, Opt-In Resources Learn how to withdraw, make adjustments, or cancel your registrations with step-by-step instructions tailored to each resource type. Early Withdrawal Policy If a student withdraws from the program or is withdrawn due to truancy (or non-testing) mid-semester, ALL resources, classes, and other items purchased with supplemental learning funds will need to be returned. Students who have used the supplemental learning funds for items like classes that cannot be returned and choose not to repay those funds will have a deduction equal to that amount applied in future years if they rejoin the program. Students who finish a semester or the full school year will be allowed to keep the items purchased at the end of that time period. Enrollment in Two Schools Policy Enrollment in two different schools' policies vary per state.  Please see your state specific information about dual enrollment in the table below. These policies do not apply to sports , unless the local school district requires students to take a class to participate in sports.   State Enrollment Policies Idaho IHLA is an accredited charter school and, as such, follows the State Dual Enrollment policies. Enrollment in two public schools is allowed in these circumstances: Between IHLA and homeschooling Between IHLA and private school Between IHLA and another school within Oneida School District IHLA allows students to dual enroll between IHLA and another Charter School, but the other school may have policies in place that do not allow dual enrollment between two charter schools. Students who would like to enroll between two public schools need to reach out to Trixy Lind at trixy.lind@malad.us Credits from other schools will be reviewed and credits from homeschooling and private schools might not transfer, depending on accreditation of original credits. Students can also take courses through colleges or IDLA ( Idaho Digital Learning Alliance ) as well.  The amount of the student's supplemental learning fund would be lower if the student is dual enrolled. For exact amounts, contact the funding team (attend one of their daily office hours or email: orders.braintree@malad.us   Enrollment in two public schools policies do not apply to sports, unless the school requires students to take a class to participate in sports. Indiana Students may NOT be dual enrolled in two different school districts in Indiana during the school year.  Families interested in participating in sports or afterschool programs in their local school district can check with their local school district to see what their rules and policies are in allowing that participation. North Dakota Students may NOT be dual enrolled in two different school districts in North Dakota during the school year.  Families interested in participating in sports or afterschool programs in their local school district can check with their local school district to see what their rules and policies are in allowing that participation. Oklahoma Dual enrollment is NOT allowed in Oklahoma.  Families interested in participating in sports or afterschool programs in their local school district can check with their local school district to see what their rules and policies are in allowing that participation. Wyoming Dual enrollment is allowed as long as the local school district is willing to work with our partner school district (Weston County SD7).  Student supplemental Learning funds are reduced since the student is only a partial student. ($340 per class per year) . Families interested in participating in sports or afterschool programs in their local school district can check with their local school district to see what their rules and policies are in allowing that participation. Field Trips Policy Attendee policy: In order to prioritize our amazing students and their families, our initial event sign up spots will be open to Braintree Academy students and one parent. During the initial sign-ups families may pay for additional guests who are immediate family only.  Invitations for events will not be initially open for people outside the student’s immediate family. Student and immediate family spots are not interchangeable with people outside of the immediate family. If additional spots are available before the event sign up deadline, the event may open to people outside the immediate family (guests).  An email will be sent 5-7 days prior to the event to Braintree Academy families who are already signed up for the event to let them know additional spots are open. Costs: Costs for Braintree Students and one parent from the family are covered by Braintree Academy.  Other immediate family guests' costs need to be covered by the family. If the invitation is open to other guests, the Braintree family is responsible for making sure those costs are covered for their guest(s) Costs and deadlines are outlined in the event invitation Field Trip Sign Up: Families should sign up for the event in their area, or if they are traveling, they can sign up for an event in the area they are traveling to. Please only sign up for events you are committed to attending. Many events are limited in capacity.  For Treasure Valley  families, please be sure to choose just one event in your area to give other students the opportunity to attend an event.  If there are still spots available 5-7 days before the event, families can sign up for that event in addition to the other event they signed up for. If more than one event is signed up for, the family will have to be removed from all events. Cancellation Policy: The default cancellation policy is 24 hours prior to the event. Please read the invitation carefully for deadlines specific to that event. WATCH THIS VIDEO  to learn how to cancel your field trip. For more information or questions: FAQs Email events@braintreeed.com Idaho families email events.braintree@malad.us Grading Policy Grading scale for all states; Grading Scale Grades K through 6: P - 70% to 100% F - Below 70% Grading Scale Grades 7 & 8 (and all High School programs): A – 90 to 100 B – 80 to 89 C – 70 to 79 D – 60 to 69 F – 0 to 59   Our program is based on a mastery education model.  This means that student grades are based on mastery of the Learning Goals and personal educational goals. Daily work is important for practicing the skills, but we do not need to see everything a student does. The biweekly learning logs and Learning Goal portfolio submissions allow students to show learning samples on specific Learning Goals and educational goals at the grade level they are working. Any student working more than one grade level below their enrolled grade level will be referred to the Student Success Team who can offer additional support and resources.  A certified teacher will review each learning log and Learning Goal portfolio submission submitted and ensure the student has met the criteria set by the district. We expect students will be able to earn grades of 100% as the parent works with the teacher to ensure assessments meet the required criteria (i.e., learning and effort are demonstrated by the student) and assessments are turned in on time.  Note: High School students' workload will be different from the K-8 program.  If a student is struggling in daily work and not reaching mastery goals, the homeroom teacher is there to help. Parents or students may  request help on any concepts through email, text, or by attending a teacher’s office hours. The homeroom teacher can provide additional resources, support, and, if needed, a referral to the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS).  Grade Level Retention Policy We strongly believe in promoting students to the next grade level based on their academic achievements and individual growth whenever possible. We aim to provide students with the necessary tools and resources to be successful.  Grade retention, or the practice of repeating a grade level, is generally discouraged. We firmly believe that with the right support and interventions, students can reach their full potential and continue to thrive academically. Studies have shown that grade retention can significantly delay a student's path to graduation and limit their future opportunities and increase their chances of dropping out in high school. However, we acknowledge that there may be rare circumstances where grade retention is deemed beneficial for the student's long-term success. If you, as a parent or guardian, have concerns about your child's academic progress and are considering grade retention, we request that you follow our established procedure. First, we ask that you compose a letter addressed to the school administration, explaining your reasons for contemplating grade retention. This letter should include any specific observations or concerns you have regarding your child's educational development. If those concerns are related to academic achievement, you will also need to complete a Tier one intervention form with your homeroom teacher and work with our Student Success Team to collect data for a minimum of six weeks.  Additionally, we strongly encourage you to provide any supplementary documentation that could further aid us in assessing your child's situation. This might include academic evaluations, diagnostic assessments, or recommendations from educational specialists who have worked with your child in the past. Such documentation will help us tailor our support to meet your child's unique requirements effectively. Upon receiving your letter, supplementary documentation, and collecting data through the Student Success Team if applicable, we will schedule a meeting with you, the administration, and the appropriate teachers to discuss your concerns in detail. This meeting will allow us to gain a comprehensive understanding of your child's academic needs, consider alternative support strategies, and explore potential solutions together.  Our dedicated staff is committed to working collaboratively with you to ensure your child's success. We will explore various academic interventions and support services to address any areas of concern. These may include tutoring, additional learning resources, or modifications to the curriculum to accommodate your child's individual needs. It is important to note that grade retention should be considered as a last resort and reserved for situations where there is substantial evidence that repeating a grade would genuinely benefit the student's overall educational growth. Our collective goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can flourish. We appreciate your trust and confidence in our virtual school program. Please feel free to reach out to Kristin Skinner @ kristin.skinner@malad.us  (Idaho) or your state coordinator (all other states) to schedule a meeting or address any questions you may have. Together, we will ensure that your child receives the best possible educational experience. Contact your State Coordinator Idaho - Annasarah Ferguson Idaho.Braintree@Malad.us Indiana - Linda Rose Indiana@BraintreeEd.com North Dakota - Elisha Knudsen NorthDakota@BraintreeEd.com Oklahoma - Ruth Shetler Oklahoma@BraintreeEd.com Wyoming - Denise Dutta Wyoming@BraintreeEd.com Kindergarten Age Requirements Kindergarten Entry Age Requirements State Age for Kindergarten Entry Exceptions Possible? Idaho 5 by Sept 1st No Exceptions - please join us next year! Indiana 5 by Aug 1st Parents may request an exception. Reach out to partner school district. North Dakota 5 by Aug 1st No Exceptions - please join us next year! Oklahoma Pre-K: 4 by Sept. 1st K - 5 by September 1st No Exceptions - please join us next year! Wyoming 5 by Aug 1st No Exceptions - please join us next year! Opt-In Learning Resources Cancellation Policy We offer a 3-day window for cancellation from the time you request the resource in Sign Up Central. After the 3-day window, we are sorry that we are unable to cancel, refund, transfer, or exchange your order. This is because we purchase the resource from the company in a large group order based on your requests.   Resource Cancellation Request Form Supplemental Learning Funds/Points Probation Policy Students who are not in good standing, are failing classes, or are admitted on probationary status may be placed on funding probation. Students on funding probation will not have access to first-semester supplemental learning funds/points until January 1 and they will not have access to 2nd-semester learning funds/points until after they have completed spring state testing. If a student on probation needs to purchase essential curriculum or materials, they may appeal for an exception to have those specific items purchased through a direct order and shipped to their home. Additional Supplemental Funds/Points Questions? The best way to get answers to your funding questions is to attend the funding team's daily office hours. There are several team members there ready and willing to answer your questions!   You can also email: Idaho orders.Braintree@Malad.us reimbursements.Braintree@Malad.us   Indiana funding+in@BraintreeEd.com North Dakota funding+nd@BraintreeEd.com Oklahoma funding+ok@BraintreeEd.com Wyoming funding+wy@BraintreeEd.com , are failing classes, or are admitted on probationary status may be placed on funding probation. Students on funding probation will not have access to first-semester supplemental learning funds/points until January 1 and they will not have access to 2nd-semester learning funds/points until after they have completed spring state testing. If a student on probation needs to purchase essential curriculum or materials, they may appeal for an exception to have those specific items purchased through a direct order and shipped to their home. Additional Supplemental Funds/Points Questions? The best way to get answers to your funding questions is to attend the funding team's daily office hours. There are several team members there ready and willing to answer your questions!   You can also email: Idaho orders.Braintree@Malad.us reimbursements.Braintree@Malad.us   Indiana funding+in@BraintreeEd.com North Dakota funding+nd@BraintreeEd.com Oklahoma funding+ok@BraintreeEd.com Wyoming funding+wy@BraintreeEd.com

QUESTIONS?   INDIANA@BraintreeEd.com NEWSLETTER DATE January 12, 2026 Braintree has a  NEW SEARCH feature in the Parent Portal! This search feature allows you to type in keywords and find information all across Parent Portal and our website. Check it out HERE! January 16 - Attendance Check January 16 - Last day for new students to enroll January 23 - Portfolio Submissions Due January 26-29 - Remote ILEARN Practice Test Sessions (for new students only) January 30 - Attendance Check This semester is off to a great start!  If you have not submitted your semester learning plan, please submit that right away so it is not marked as missing. All students, new and returning, need to submit a learning plan. Need help? Your homeroom teacher is here to support you and would be happy to meet with you. Attendance Check Due Friday, January 16 The next attendance check is due Friday, January 16 . All learning counts, including live classes, independent study, projects, reading, and enrichment activities.Tip: Families may make up missed learning time in the evenings or on weekends. Submitting 100% prevents unexcused absences and ensures full credit. Important Notice Indiana law requires that students in virtual programs must be withdrawn if they accumulate enough unexcused absences to be classified as a habitual truant (Indiana Code § 20-19-9-5).This withdrawal is mandatory and unexcused absences may become part of the student’s permanent record . Please take action now to avoid serious consequences. Contact your student’s homeroom teacher with any questions or for support. Next week, we’re hosting Coffee Shop Q&As for families interested in learning more about Braintree Academy!   We’d love your help spreading the word—please share with families who might be a great fit. You can explore and share the locations HERE .   Bring a friend and enjoy a cozy drink on us while you connect and ask questions!   Here are two easy ways to share! Share this Sign-Up Link: www.Braintree4Me.com/MeetandTreat Easily Share this Facebook Event:   https://www.facebook.com/share/1DHazi24ua/   School-Wide Living Wax Museum! Head to your state’s field trip page in Sign Up Central  to check out your local Living Wax Museum and get signed up today!   If you have already signed up  your student to portray a character, be sure to fill out this Character Form . Tips to make the Living Wax Museum simple and fun! Limit the facts Focus on just 3 key points: who the person is, why they matter, and one interesting fact. Keep the speech short Aim for 30–45 seconds. Short speeches are easier to remember and sound more confident. Use simple costumes and one prop Everyday clothes + one clear item (hat, book, tool) is enough to show the character. Understand, don’t memorize: Know the ideas so you can speak naturally, even if you forget a word. Living Wax Museum Field Trips February 26 - Bloomington | Living Wax Museum Indianapolis | Living Wax Museum Mishawaka | Living Wax Museum Fort Wayne | Living Wax Museum South East | Living Wax Museum Lafayette | Living Wax Museum Northwest | Living Wax Museum February 27 - Muncie | Living Wax Museum Evansville | Living Wax Museum Upcoming Events - Sign up HERE! January 12 - Virtual | Spanish Story-time January 13 - Warsaw - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Experience January 14 - Virtual | Caring About Conservation (Smithsonian Natl. Zoo) January 15 - Bloomington - Ice Skating January 21 - Virtual | Career Day- Mining and Geological Engineer January 23 - Virtual | Lunar New Year (Smithsonian Natl. Museum of Asian Art) January 26 - Virtual | Dr. Picklestein STEM Show January 29 - Virtual | The Great Gatsby Livestream (Colorado Ballet) Contest Highlights! Contest | Monthly Themes | NASA Space Place Art Challenge! Contest | Upcoming Deadline January 16 | 90-Second Newbery Film Festival Contest | Upcoming Deadline February 1 |  Engineer Girl- The Art of Engineering Special Programs:  Special Program | January 26-February 1, 2026 | Crayola Creativity Week 2025-2026 School Year - Special Program | Every Kid Outdoor 🎉Second Semester Direct Orders are officially OPEN! 🗓️ Please mark your calendars—the last day to submit is April 30, 2026. This is a firm deadline, and we’re not able to make exceptions, so we encourage you to get everything in before that date. Our team is happy to support you during Office Hours, available Monday–Friday from 12-2PM EST / 11AM-1PM CST. Zoom Link Testing Sign up for in person testing will be coming soon.  Indiana Testing Windows ILEARN and IREAD testing dates and locations Braintree Academy In-Person Test Dates Spring 2026 IREAD Test Window March 2-13 Required for all students in grades 2 and 3 + students in grades 4-6 who did not pass it in a previous year Students will attend one half day session.  A Sign Up form will be released in late January so you can communicate where your student will test. All dates are subject to change based on availability of testing locations March 3 - South Bend, Westfield, Sellersburg March 4 - Elkhart March 5 - Lafayette, Bloomington, Valpo March 6 - Evansville, Warsaw (no location is secured for either city so these dates may change) March 9 - Elkhart, Westfield March 10 - Fort Wayne, Indianapolis March 11 - South Bend, Muncie March 12 - Fort Wayne, Indianapolis ILEARN 3-8 in person Test Window April 13-May 8 ILEARN Biology (grade 9 only) Required for all students in grades 3-8 + 9th grade Biology Students will attend two consecutive days of a scheduled test session. A Sign Up form will be released in late January so you can communicate where your student will test. All dates are subject to change based on availability of testing locations Week 1 April 13-14 Angola April 15-16 South Bend Session A  April 17-18 South Bend Session B April 15-16 Elkhart Session A April 15-16 Carmel Session A April 16-17 Bloomington Session A Week 2 April 20-21 Carmel Session B April 21-22 Bloomington Session B April 21-22 Indianapolis Session A April 21-22 Elkhart Session B April 23-24 Indianapolis Session B April 23-24 Elkhart Session C April 23-24 Evansville Session A (location unconfirmed so dates may change based on location availability) Week 3 April 27-28 Valpo Session A April 27-28 Evansville Session B (location unconfirmed so dates may change based on location availability) April 27-28 Fort Wayne Session A April 28-29 Indianapolis Session C April 28-29 Fort Wayne Session B April 29-30 South Bend Session C April 30-May 1 Indianapolis Session D April 30-May 1 Sellersburg April 30-May 1 Danville May 1-2 Valpo Session B   Week 4 May 4-5 Muncie Session A May 4-5 Lafayette Session A May 6-7 Muncie Session B May 6-7 Lafayette Session B Click on the image to learn more! Research Detective  is a fun, engaging initiative that dives into researching and history! This optional program is designed to give students a head start on their Living Wax Museum   projects by guiding them through fun and engaging research activities. For students who are not participating in the Living Wax Museum, Research Detectives still serves as an excellent way to demonstrate learning. It’s a great way to make the preparation process enjoyable and educational. In-Person Test Administrator - Statewide  - Complete this form General Ed Teachers/2nd Semester-Apply HERE Event Coordinator - Lafayette, IN - Apply here! Junior High Science Teacher- Apply HERE

QUESTIONS?   OKLAHOMA@BraintreeEd.com NEWSLETTER DATE January 12, 2026 Braintree has a  NEW SEARCH feature in the Parent Portal! This search feature allows you to type in keywords and find information all across Parent Portal and our website. Check it out HERE!       January 16 - Attendance January 23 - Portfolio Submission #5 January 30 - Attendance School-Wide Living Wax Museum! Head to your state’s field trip page in Sign Up Central  to check out your local Living Wax Museum and get signed up today!   If you have already signed up  your student to portray a character, be sure to fill out this Character Form . Tips to make the Living Wax Museum simple and fun! Limit the facts Focus on just 3 key points: who the person is, why they matter, and one interesting fact. Keep the speech short Aim for 30–45 seconds. Short speeches are easier to remember and sound more confident. Use simple costumes and one prop Everyday clothes + one clear item (hat, book, tool) is enough to show the character. Understand, don’t memorize: Know the ideas so you can speak naturally, even if you forget a word. Wax Museum Sign Ups February 27 - Tulsa | Living Wax Museum Oklahoma City - Norman | Living Wax Museum Elgin | Living Wax Museum Upcoming Field Trips & Events - Sign up HERE ! January 5 - Oklahoma City - Brr…ing on the Swim! January 8 - Virtual | Watercolors W/ Mrs. Chaplin January 12 -  Virtual | Spanish Story-time Eastern OK - Coffee, Cocoa, and Board Games Oklahoma City TEENS - Contemporary Arts Lab January 14 - Virtual | Caring About Conservation (Smithsonian Natl. Zoo) January 16 -  Tulsa - Mugs, Moves, and Merch Swap South West OK - Book Swap January 21 - Virtual | Career Day- Mining and Geological Engineer January 23 - Virtual | Lunar New Year (Smithsonian Natl. Museum of Asian Art) January 26 - Virtual | Dr. Picklestein STEM Show January 29 - Virtual | The Great Gatsby Livestream (Colorado Ballet) Contest Highlights! Contest | Monthly Themes | NASA Space Place Art Challenge! Contest | Upcoming Deadline January 16 | 90-Second Newbery Film Festival Contest | Upcoming Deadline February 1 |  Engineer Girl- The Art of Engineering Special Programs:  Special Program | January 26-February 1, 2026 | Crayola Creativity Week 2025-2026 School Year - Special Program | Every Kid Outdoor Second Semester Opening Funding Dates: 🛒 Direct orders open: January 12, 2026 🗓️ Last day to submit: April 3, 2026 💸 Reimbursements open: January 26, 2026 🗓️ Last day to submit: April 30, 2026 As we approach the new semester, now is a great time to start planning how you’d like to use your student’s remaining funds. Think ahead about upcoming classes, curriculum needs, electives, or activities your student may be interested in. Reviewing your current supplies, technology, and learning goals can help ensure you have everything in place when second semester funding opens.  Our team is happy to support you during Office Hours, available Monday–Friday from 11–1PM CT. Zoom Link  Oklahoma OSTP Testing Information All Oklahoma students in grades 3–8 are required to complete OSTP testing this spring.  Virtual Testing: April 15–29, 2026  Optional In-Person Testing: Norman & Tulsa  Dates, times, and locations are listed above More details coming soon — including sign-ups later in January! Click on the image to learn more! Research Detective  is a fun, engaging initiative that dives into researching and history! This optional program is designed to give students a head start on their Living Wax Museum   projects by guiding them through fun and engaging research activities. For students who are not participating in the Living Wax Museum, Research Detectives still serves as an excellent way to demonstrate learning. It’s a great way to make the preparation process enjoyable and educational.

QUESTIONS?   WYOMING@BraintreeEd.com NEWSLETTER DATE January 12, 2026 Braintree has a  NEW SEARCH feature in the Parent Portal! This search feature allows you to type in keywords and find information all across Parent Portal and our website. Check it out HERE! January 16 - Attendance January 23 - Portfolio Submission #5 January 30 - Attendance February 6 - Progress Check #5 February 13 Attendance February 20 Portfolio Submission #6 | February Field Trips Posted School-Wide Living Wax Museum! Head to your state’s field trip page in Sign Up Central  to check out your local Living Wax Museum and get signed up today! If you have already signed up your student to portray a character, be sure to fill out this Character Form . Tips to make the Living Wax Museum simple and fun! Limit the facts Focus on just 3 key points: who the person is, why they matter, and one interesting fact. Keep the speech short Aim for 30–45 seconds. Short speeches are easier to remember and sound more confident. Use simple costumes and one prop Everyday clothes + one clear item (hat, book, tool) is enough to show the character. Understand, don’t memorize: Know the ideas so you can speak naturally, even if you forget a word. Living Wax Museum Sign Ups February 26 - Casper | Living Wax Museum Green River | Living Wax Museum Cheyenne | Living Wax Museum February 27 - Star Valley | Living Wax Museum CODY | Living Wax Museum Upcoming Events - Sign Up HERE ! January 12 - Virtual | Spanish Story-time January 14 - Virtual | Caring About Conservation (Smithsonian Natl. Zoo) Star Valley - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu January 15 - Cody - Rock Climbing and High Ropes January 23 - Virtual | Lunar New Year (Smithsonian Natl. Museum of Asian Art) January 26 - Virtual | Dr. Picklestein STEM Show January 29 - Virtual | The Great Gatsby Livestream (Colorado Ballet) Contest Highlights! Contest | Monthly Themes | NASA Space Place Art Challenge! Contest | Upcoming Deadline January 16 | 90-Second Newbery Film Festival Contest | Upcoming Deadline February 1 |  Engineer Girl- The Art of Engineering Special Programs:  Special Program | January 26-February 1, 2026 | Crayola Creativity Week 2025-2026 School Year - Special Program | Every Kid Outdoor You may now begin submitting your direct orders for the second semester! We have updated our Direct Order FAQ  to help guide you through the process of submitting your orders.  Second Semester Opening Funding Dates: 🛒 Direct orders open: January 12, 2026 🗓️ Last day to submit: April 3, 2026 💸 Reimbursements open: January 26, 2026 🗓️ Last day to submit: April 30, 2026 Our team is happy to support you during Office Hours, available Monday–Friday from 10AM–12PM MST. Zoom Link Click on the image to learn more! Research Detective  is a fun, engaging initiative that dives into researching and history! This optional program is designed to give students a head start on their Living Wax Museum   projects by guiding them through fun and engaging research activities. For students who are not participating in the Living Wax Museum, Research Detectives still serves as an excellent way to demonstrate learning. It’s a great way to make the preparation process enjoyable and educational. IN Junior High Science Teacher | Apply HERE   WY Junior High ELA and/or Social Studies Teachers | Apply HERE

QUESTIONS?   NORTHDAKOTA@BraintreeEd.com NEWSLETTER DATE January 12, 2026 Braintree has a  NEW SEARCH feature in the Parent Portal! This search feature allows you to type in keywords and find information all across Parent Portal and our website. Check it out HERE! Bring a friend interested in Braintree Academy and join us at one of the fun free events happening January 13th-15th. We'd love to get the word out about Braintree and have some fun together! January 13 - Grand Forks | Dreamland in Fargo January 13 & 14 - Bismarck | Four Star Ninja Academy Lunch and Learn January 15 - Williston | STEM, Splash & Chat Here are two easy ways to share! Share this Sign-Up Link: www.Braintree4Me.com/northdakota Easily Share this Facebook Event:  https://www.facebook.com/share/17zTyAidPo/ January 9 - Semester Learning Plan due January 16 - Attendance due January 23 - Portfolio #5 due School-Wide Living Wax Museum! Head to your state’s field trip page in Sign Up Central  to check out your local Living Wax Museum and get signed up today!   If you have already signed up  your student to portray a character, be sure to fill out this Character Form . Tips to make the Living Wax Museum simple and fun! Limit the facts Focus on just 3 key points: who the person is, why they matter, and one interesting fact. Keep the speech short Aim for 30–45 seconds. Short speeches are easier to remember and sound more confident. Use simple costumes and one prop Everyday clothes + one clear item (hat, book, tool) is enough to show the character. Understand, don’t memorize: Know the ideas so you can speak naturally, even if you forget a word. Wax Museum Sign Ups February 26 - Grand Forks | Living Wax Museum Williston | Living Wax Museum Bismarck | Living Wax Museum Upcoming Field Trips & Events - Sign Up H ERE January 12 - Virtual | Spanish Story-time January 14 - Virtual | Caring About Conservation (Smithsonian Natl. Zoo) January 15 - Bismarck - Board Game Bonanza! January 21 - Virtual | Career Day- Mining and Geological Engineer January 23 - Virtual | Lunar New Year (Smithsonian Natl. Museum of Asian Art) January 26 - Virtual | Dr. Picklestein STEM Show January 29 - Virtual | The Great Gatsby Livestream (Colorado Ballet) Contest Highlights! Contest | Monthly Themes | NASA Space Place Art Challenge! Contest | Upcoming Deadline January 16 | 90-Second Newbery Film Festival Contest | Upcoming Deadline February 1 |  Engineer Girl- The Art of Engineering Special Programs:  Special Program | January 26-February 1, 2026 | Crayola Creativity Week 2025-2026 School Year - Special Program | Every Kid Outdoor 🎉Second Semester Direct Orders are officially OPEN as of today, January 5th—time to start submitting those requests!  🗓️  Please mark your calendars—the last day to submit is April 30, 2026. This is a firm deadline, and we’re not able to make exceptions, so we encourage you to get everything in before that date. Our team is happy to support you during Office Hours, available Monday–Friday from 11AM–1PM CST. Zoom Link ND A+ is our reading and math assessment that kindergarten through 2nd grade take in the fall, winter, and spring. Third through 8th grade take the ND A+ in the fall and winter, since these grades will take the state test in the spring. Sign up HERE! Click on the image to learn more! Research Detective  is a fun, engaging initiative that dives into researching and history! This optional program is designed to give students a head start on their Living Wax Museum   projects by guiding them through fun and engaging research activities. For students who are not participating in the Living Wax Museum, Research Detectives still serves as an excellent way to demonstrate learning. It’s a great way to make the preparation process enjoyable and educational.

In this article, explore the flexibility of choosing electives for your student at Braintree Academy! From music and art to PE, dance, and foreign languages, electives can be customized to match your student’s interests and learning goals. Learn how community activities, virtual clubs, and optional homeroom resources can support elective learning, and review state-specific requirements to ensure your student meets all necessary guidelines. Picking elective classes for your students?  Student electives may include things like music, PE lessons, art classes, dance classes, foreign languages, etc. What is your student interested in? Dream it up! Some students participate in community sports or lessons as part of their elective course. Others make participation in Braintree's virtual clubs part of their elective learning for the year (K-8 program only). Many families utilize the Opt-In learning resources offerings to find resources to support their elective classes. There are great resources for ASL, music, typing, Spanish, coding, and more! You may report on different electives each semester or do the same elective for the full year. Many students choose "Survey of Electives" for their elective class so they can explore many different topics throughout the year. Some states do require certain subjects be covered - see table below for your state requirements: State Course Requirements Idaho PE/Health must be taken for one semester in 7th & 8th grade. High School students must meet state course requirements for diploma/graduation. Indiana No special course requirements North Dakota No special course requirements Oklahoma All students 3rd grade and up must show cursive work in one submission during the year. Cursive does not need to be an elective class. Wyoming Elective submissions: K-2 Students submit Foreign Language work sample All students report on PE for each semester All students submit 1 art submission during the year All students submit 1 music submission during the year

In this article, discover the exciting world of Braintree Academy’s Virtual Clubs! These semester-long, teacher-run clubs offer students across all grade levels the chance to explore hobbies like Spanish, programming, cooking, and more, while building friendships and enjoying social interactions. Clubs are funded through supplemental learning funds/points and can be easily requested in Sign Up Central. Learn how to sign up and ensure a fun, engaging experience for your student! Virtual clubs are a super fun addition to the personalized school program! There are fun club options for all grade levels! Students from all Braintree Academy states participate in teacher-run clubs such as Spanish, crochet, cooking, Lego building, photography, bread making, programming, yoga, robotics, ASL, and more! Students build friendships and enjoy social interactions while engaging in the hobbies they enjoy.  Clubs are semester-long and have a fee associated with them. Fees come from the student’s supplemental funds/points. Clubs run 1st semester and 2nd semester with possible summer clubs being offered as well. Virtual clubs are requested in Sign Up Central in the Parent Portal side of the Braintree Academy website . Braintree offers a wide variety of optional clubs to suit your student’s learning style and interests. Club sign-ups are offered at the beginning of each semester. You can register for clubs in Sign Up Central. After registering for a club, you can access it by logging into Schoology. Check out these fun and engaging Braintree Virtual Clubs for the Fall Semester 2025! Class/Clubs Cancellation Policy During the first semester, students may withdraw from a class or club and receive a refund of supplemental learning funds/points until the first week of class has passed. For the second semester, refunds are not available after the withdrawal date.  Students are welcome to switch to a class or club that better suits their needs, provided there is space available and the request is made before the club-switching deadline. Need to cancel? Watch this video on how to withdraw from a Class/Club. Introduction to Clubs In this video, we introduce our exciting lineup of virtual clubs for students. Digital Citizenship for Classes All Students enrolled in online classes and clubs through Braintree Academy will be required to follow Digital Citizenship   expectations. Questions? Idaho Families ClassesandClubs.Braintree@Malad.us   All Other States ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com

In this article, discover the engaging live and anchor classes Braintree Academy offers for K-8 students, including subjects like ELA, Math, Social Studies, Science, Writers' Workshop, and Unit Studies! Learn how to register for classes and explore the differences between Live, Anchor, and Live Complete (new this year), all designed to suit various learning styles while fostering creativity and critical thinking. Join our engaging live classes designed for K-8 students, featuring subjects like ELA, Math, Social Studies, and Science. Our interactive sessions also include a Writers' Workshop, where students can develop their creative and academic writing skills. With expert instructors and a vibrant learning environment, these classes provide a rich educational experience, fostering curiosity and critical thinking. Whether your child loves exploring new concepts or expressing their creativity, our live classes offer something for everyone. Dive into a world of learning and excitement with Braintree Academy! Braintree offers a wide variety of optional classes to suit your student’s learning style and interests. All classes offer standards-aligned curriculum. We offer Live, Anchor, and Live Complete classes, which differ in structure and interaction. Class sign-ups are offered at the beginning of the year and periodically throughout the year as openings become available. You can register for classes at the Classes & Clubs website (a branch of Sign Up Central). Access to this website will be available on Sign Up Central. Families may sign up their student in classes that are up to one grade level above or below their current grade. For example, if a student is in 2nd grade but you’d like to register them for a 1st Grade Math class, you are welcome to do so. After registering for a class, you can access it by logging into Schoology. Check the Classes calendar or the start dates. Check out of Classes or Clubs Catalog HERE . Class/Clubs Cancellation Policy During the first semester, students may withdraw from a class or club and receive a refund of supplemental learning funds/points until the first week of class has passed. For the second semester, refunds are not available after the withdrawal date.  Students are welcome to switch to a class or club that better suits their needs, provided there is space available, and the request is made before the class-switching deadline. NEW THIS YEAR! Live Complete Classes! Our Live Complete Classes, designed for students in grades 3–8, provide a rich, interactive way for students to learn grade-level English Language Arts or Math material with the guidance of a certified teacher. Students will meet twice weekly through the Zoom platform to explore key concepts, practice skills, interact and discuss with peers, and ask real-time questions.  Students will follow a provided curriculum throughout the week and complete assignments that align with the direct instruction during our biweekly live meetings. These assignments will be submitted to the live teacher through Schoology for review and feedback. Whether you choose ELA, Math, or both, these sessions foster confidence, curiosity, and a deep understanding of the subject matter. Funds for these classes will be deducted from your Supplemental Learning account.  Live and Anchor Classes Comparison In this video, we explain the key differences between Live Classes and Anchor Classes and highlight your student's role in each. Anchor Class Sneak Peek In this video, we give you a sneak peek view into a couple of our Braintree Elementary and JR High Anchor Classes. Writer's Workshop Designed to nurture and develop students' writing skills. Now in its seventh year, this year-long course offers students the chance to work with three to five teachers per class, ensuring personalized feedback and engaging small group activities. Get ready to boost your child's writing skills with the Writer's Workshop! Designed for 3rd to 8th graders, this 45-minute virtual class, led by experienced teachers, offers interactive sessions to help students improve their writing and build confidence. How to Sign Up for Classes Digital Citizenship for Classes All Students enrolled in online classes and clubs through Braintree Academy will be required to follow Digital Citizenship  expectations. Questions? Idaho Families ClassesandClubs.Braintree@Malad.us   All Other States ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com

In this article, discover the exciting world of Braintree Academy's Field Trips! Learn how to sign up for free monthly outings, find tips to stay organized, and understand policies for attendance, cancellations, and guest participation. Whether virtual or in-person, these events offer unique opportunities to enhance learning and spark curiosity! Braintree offers super fun virtual & in-person events every month! Our Field Trips and Events program offers students unique and enriching experiences beyond the classroom. Whether exploring local museums, hiking through nature reserves, or engaging in cultural events, these outings provide hands-on learning opportunities that spark curiosity and foster a love for discovery. Our Braintree Field Trips are posted on Sign Up Central (now available in the Parent Portal) on the 20th of each month, throughout the school year. We also post field trip updates in our Facebook Community Groups! We encourage you to join a group in your area! Explore & Grow with Braintree Field Trips Access all our Explore & Grows below to enhance your learning at home! Field Trip FAQs Q:   What are Braintree Academy field trips?  A:  Braintree Academy hosts a variety of fun, social, and educational in-person and virtual events throughout the program each month.  Q:   What is the cost for field trips? A:  All Braintree Academy field trips are free for registered students. For K-8 events, one parent per family is covered by Braintree Academy. Costs for parents attending high school field trips, additional immediate family members, or guests (if the event is open to them) are detailed in the event invitation. Q:   Who can attend field trips? A: All Braintree Academy students are invited to attend. For K-8 students, a parent or guardian is required to attend with the student(s). High school parents are always welcome to join, but their costs may vary depending on the event. Each field trip invitation will include all of the details.  Q:   How do I sign up for field trips? A:  You can find monthly events in our Sign Up Central platform, which is linked in each family’s parent portal account. They will become available no later than the 20th of the month for the following month. A reminder to sign up will be emailed to all of our families.  Q: How many field trips am I allowed to attend? A:  Please sign up for the field trip in your area. If you are traveling through an area with a field trip, students and their immediate family can sign up to attend. We ask that you cancel at least 48 hours before the deadline or event date if your plans change. Q:   Do I have to stay with my children on field trips? A:  Yes! Braintree Academy K-8 field trips are not drop-off events, and parents are responsible for supervising their children at all times. Some High School events can be drop-off events; please read the invitation for details. Q:   What do I do if the field trip is full? A:  If a field trip is full, you can join the waitlist by clicking the “Sign Up Here!” button found in each invitation. This lets our coordinators know that there is demand for additional spots. When additional spots are added or someone cancels, everyone on the wait list will receive an email notifying them that spots are available. These spots are filled on a first-come basis. Q: What happens if I sign up for a field trip but don’t attend? A:  Costs for students are covered by Braintree Academy. We do request that you sign up so we have a headcount, and cancel at least 48 hours prior if you're unable to attend. Because there is a cost to Braintree Academy for field trips and occasionally limited space, if you do not show up for a field trip you have signed up for, we track that on the No-Show List. If you have a no-show for a field trip, you’ll be contacted by a member of the events team as a courtesy to ensure that you know how to cancel and the importance of doing so. No-showing to a field trip can negatively affect the venue and the student events budget.  Virtual Events do not require any cancellation, as an exact headcount isn’t required. If you can’t attend, we encourage families to stay signed up so they can receive the email with the recording when a recording is available.  Q: What if I can’t remember which field trips I have signed up for? A:  If you cannot remember what events you have signed up for, you can do the following steps:  1) Go to https://www.braintree4 me.com/ 2) Log into Parent Portal 3) Select MEMBER PROFILE from the Parent Portal dropdown menu 4) Select MY EVENTS on the left-hand side (on mobile device, use side arrows to scroll to MY EVENTS) In here, you will see a list of the field trips you are signed up for.  Q:   How do I cancel if my plans change? A:  If you nee d to cancel, try to do so at least 48 hours before the event so another family has a chance to attend. The steps for canceling are: 1) Go to https://www.braintree4me.com/ 2) Log into Parent Portal 3) Select MEMBER PROFILE from the Parent Portal dropdown menu 4) Select MY EVENTS on the left-hand side (on mobile device, use side arrows to scroll to MY EVENTS) 5) Find your field trip and select CANCEL RSVP. Q: I’m struggling to keep track of these field trip dates! Any tips? A:  As soon as you RSVP for an event, a confirmation page will appear confirming your reservation. As part of that confirmation page, there is an option to add the event to your calendar. Clicking on the button will give you different calendar options, such as Google and Outlook. You will also be sent an automatic reminder email 1-3 days before the event. There is also the option of downloading the WIX Spaces App to your phone and receiving reminders through the app directly to your phone.  Q: How do I pay for my guests? A: There will be a link in your field trip confirmation email directing you to the platform where you can pay. Payments will be field trip specific, so please be sure you are on the correct field trip payment link before checking out. There are no refunds available; however, under extenuating circumstances, the events team will try to work with a family to apply the nonrefundable payment towards a future field trip.  Q: Are there any other rules for field trips? A:  Please read the event invitations for any specific venue rules that need to be followed. The Braintree Academy field trip rules can be found in the Code of Conduct  for events, which is included in each event invitation and must be agreed to when signing up for an event. Q: Who do I contact if I have questions? A:  The best person to contact when you have questions about a particular field trip would be the Event Coordinator who organized the field trip. Their email can be found in the field trip invitation. If you have more general questions about field trips you can contact the following: In-person: IN, ND, OK, WY: Events@BraintreeEd.com ID: events.braintree@malad.us Virtual/Contest/Special Programs:  IN, ND, OK, WY: Virtual.Events@BraintreeEd.com   ID: virtualevents.braintree@malad.us   Field Trips Policy Attendee policy: In order to prioritize our amazing students and their families, our initial event sign pp spots will be open to Braintree Academy students, one parent, and the student’s second parent and/or siblings (immediate family). Invitations for events will not be initially open for people outside the student’s immediate family (guests) Student and immediate family spots are not interchangeable with people outside of the immediate family. If additional spots are available before the event sign up deadline, the event may open to people outside the immediate family (guests).  An email will be sent 5-7 days prior to the event to Braintree Academy families who are already signed up for the event to let them know additional spots are open. Costs: Costs for Braintree Students and one parent from the family are covered by Braintree Academy.  Braintree student’s immediate family costs need to be covered by the family. If the invitation is open to guests, the Braintree family is responsible for making sure those costs are covered for their guest(s) Costs and deadlines are outlined in the event invitation Field Trip Sign Up: Families should sign up for the event in their area, or if they are traveling, they can sign up for an event in the area they are traveling to. Please only sign up for events you are committed to attending. Many events are limited in capacity.  For Treasure Valley  families, please be sure to choose just one event in your area to give other students the opportunity to attend an event.  If there are still spots available 5-7 days before the event, families can sign up for that event in addition to the other event they signed up for. If more than one event is signed up for, the family will have to be removed from all events. Cancellation Policy: The default cancellation policy is 24 hours prior to the event. Please read the invitation carefully for deadlines specific to that event. For more information or questions: Email events@braintreeed.com Idaho families email events.braintree@malad.us

2024-2025 Virtual Event Recordings December Virtual Events Watercolors W/ Mrs. Chaplin Youtube link Outline Reference Photo Spanish Storytime Youtube Link (coming soon!) Coloring sheet: French Storytime Youtube Link (coming soon!) Coloring sheets: Career Day- STEM Careers Youtube link November Virtual Events Watercolors W/ Mrs. Chaplin Youtube link Outline Reference Photo Spanish Storytime Youtube Link Coloring sheet: Cornucopia French Storytime Youtube Link Coloring sheets: Autumn Leaves | Build Your Own Turkey October Virtual Events Youtube Link Coloring sheet: Day of the Dead French Storytime Youtube Link Coloring sheets: Scarecrow | Kitten on Pumpkin Dracula https://vimeo.com/1123950897 Password: Mina2025 Available until Nov. 5 Watercolors W/ Mrs. Chaplin Youtube link Outline Reference Photo Career Day- STEM Careers Youtube link September Virtual Events Water Colors with Mrs. Chaplin Youtube link Outline Reference Photo Intro To Archeology Youtube Link Born Equal Recording link Animal Engineers Part 1 Part 2 Spanish Bilingual Storytime Youtube link French Bilingual Storytime Youtube link Career Day - Family Business (Hockey Goalie Gloves) Youtube link Presenter Website: The Goalie Glove Guy Presenter Youtube Channel: The Goalie Glove Guy YouTube Contact: contact@thegoaliegloveguy.com

In this article, find all the contact information you need to ensure smooth communication with Braintree Academy. Whether you have questions about enrollment, funding, events, curriculum, or technical support, we've provided detailed contacts for each state. Are you needing an overview of the program? Dive into our Braintree Orientation in our Training Center. It is Braintree Academy's goal to have all interactions be positive! We love supporting you and your family on your education adventures! If you have a question, please reach out! Idaho Registration/Enrollment Questions:  Registration.Braintree@Malad.us General Questions:  Idaho.Braintree@Malad.us Supplemental Learning Fund Questions:  Orders.Braintree@Malad.us   HR Questions:  Accounting.Braintree@Malad.us   Classes and Clubs Questions:  ClassesandClubs.Braintree@Malad.us   Resources Questions:  Resources.Braintree@Malad.us Curriculum Questions: Homeroom Teacher ( firstname.lastname@malad.us ) Events Questions:  Events.Braintree@Malad.us Tech Support Questions:  Techsupport.Braintree@Malad.us   High School Questions:  Ihlahighschool@Malad.us   7th-12th grade IDLA Support/registration:  Idlahelp.Braintree@Malad.us High School transcripts:  IHLAtranscripts@Malad.us   Letter of Compliance: Lisa.Henry@Malad.us   Homeroom Teachers: ( Firstname.Lastname@Malad.us ) Indiana General or Enrollment Questions: Indiana@BraintreeEd.com   Funding Questions: Funding+in@BraintreeEd.com   Events Questions: Events@BraintreeEd.com   Resources Questions: Resources@BraintreeEd.com   Curriculum Questions: Homeroom Teacher ( firstname.lastname@BraintreeEd.com ) Classes and Clubs Questions: ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com   HR Questions: Accounting@BraintreeEd.com Tech Support Questions: Techsupport@BraintreeEd.com   North Dakota General or Enrollment Questions: NorthDakota@BraintreeEd.com   Funding Questions: Funding+nd@BraintreeEd.com   Events Questions: Events@BraintreeEd.com   Resources Questions: Resources@BraintreeEd.com Curriculum Questions: Homeroom Teacher ( firstname.lastname@BraintreeEd.com ) Classes and Clubs Questions: ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com   HR Questions: Accounting@BraintreeEd.com Tech Support Questions: Techsupport@BraintreeEd.com   Oklahoma General or Enrollment Questions: Oklahoma@BraintreeEd.com   Funding Questions: Funding+ok@BraintreeEd.com   Events Questions: Events@BraintreeEd.com   Resources Questions: Resources@BraintreeEd.com Curriculum Questions: Homeroom Teacher ( firstname.lastname@BraintreeEd.com ) Classes and Clubs Questions: ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com   HR Questions: Accounting@BraintreeEd.com Tech Support Questions: Techsupport@BraintreeEd.com   Wyoming General or Enrollment Questions: Wyoming@BraintreeEd.com   Funding Questions: Funding+wy@BraintreeEd.com   Events Questions: Events@BraintreeEd.com   Resources Questions: Resources@BraintreeEd.com Curriculum Questions: Homeroom Teacher ( firstname.lastname@BraintreeEd.com ) Classes and Clubs Questions: ClassesandClubs@BraintreeEd.com   HR Questions: Accounting@BraintreeEd.com Tech Support Questions: Techsupport@BraintreeEd.com